Pippa the beagle from Waltham Abbey, with a stick on the agility course at JJ's VIP Pets

Dog Day Care and Boarding in Waltham Abbey

JJ's VIP Pets is right here in Waltham Abbey. Since 2005 we have been caring for local dogs from our family home, where they get a secure two acre field, countryside walks and plenty of attention. We hold a 5 star licence from Epping Forest District Council (LN/00004591) and are rated 4.9 stars from over 100 Google reviews.

That is Pippa in the photo, a beagle from Waltham Abbey, stick in mouth on our agility course.

Dog day care in Waltham Abbey

Being based in town means your dog is never far from home. We collect by 10.15am and drop off after 4.45pm, and a full day is £35 with pick up and drop off included.

Dogs have a dedicated room with direct access outside, a cosy bed whenever they want one, and our steel-fenced field to run around in. High energy or happy to potter, every dog can go at their own pace. See our dog day care page.

Dog boarding in Waltham Abbey

Our boarding guests stay in the family home for £50 per 24 hours, rather than in a commercial kennels. They spend their days in the field, on walks and in supervised play, and their evenings settled indoors with us. You will get regular photos and videos while you are away, and because we are local, drop off and collection are easy to arrange. See our dog boarding page.

Why local owners trust us

  • Over 20 years caring for dogs in the area

  • 5 star licensed and fully insured

  • Run by Jemma, a certified dog trainer

  • Small to medium dogs only

  • Open to visits by appointment

Our favourite local walk

River Lee Country Park is the closest walk to us and our go-to. Lee Valley Animal Adventure Park's car park is a great place to start from. You can read more, along with other walks nearby, in our local dog walks guide.

Questions from Waltham Abbey owners

Where are you?

We are at 2 Stable Lodge, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2EP. Visits are by appointment only, so please call before coming over.

Do I have to use pick up and drop off?

For boarding you can bring your dog to us yourself, or we can arrange collection. Please ask us what works best for day care.

Which dogs do you take?

Small to medium breeds, up to about Border Collie size. Male dogs must be neutered after the age of one, and we cannot accept dogs that are aggressive to people or other dogs.

Come and meet us

Spaces are limited. Call Jemma on 07867 633340 or send us a message to arrange a visit.